2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 830 kg more than 1987 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Express | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
